Classic Homemade Chicken and Dumplings

Indulge in the comforting flavors of homemade chicken and dumplings with this classic recipe. Tender chicken simmered in a flavorful broth, paired with fluffy dumplings, makes for a hearty and satisfying dish. Perfect for chilly days or when you need some comfort food.

Ingredients

• 2 pounds chicken (cut into pieces)
• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 2 teaspoons baking powder
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 cup butter
• 1 cup milk
• 1 onion (chopped)
• 2 carrots (sliced)
• 2 celery stalks (sliced)
• 4 cups chicken broth
• 1 bay leaf
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Chopped fresh parsley for garnish

Directions

1. In a large pot, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the onion, carrots, and celery. Cook until the vegetables are soft.
2. Add the chicken pieces to the pot and pour in the chicken broth. Add the bay leaf and dried thyme. Season with salt and pepper. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 30 minutes or until the chicken is cooked through and tender.
3. While the chicken is simmering, prepare the dumplings. In a mixing bowl, combine the flour, baking powder, and salt. Cut in the butter using a pastry cutter or your fingers until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Stir in the milk and mix until a soft dough forms.
4. Once the chicken is cooked, remove it from the pot and shred the meat using two forks. Discard the bones. Return the shredded chicken to the pot.
5. Drop spoonfuls of the dumpling dough into the simmering broth. Cover and cook for 15 minutes or until the dumplings are cooked through and have doubled in size.
6. Serve the chicken and dumplings hot, garnished with chopped fresh parsley. Enjoy!

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